Wayfinding Signage Checklist for New Locations



When opening a new location for your organization, signage is critical. Wayfinding signage helps customers, members, and employees locate key areas of interest, as well as vital safety information. 

Use the below checklist ahead of your new location opening to ensure you have all necessary wayfinding signage in place.

Wayfinding Signage Checklist

Note: To ensure ADA compliance, follow the guidelines on the ADA website for height and placement, use of Braille, and color selection.

Wayfinding Signage

  • Entrances and exits
  • Building and office hours of operation
  • Elevator(s) and stairwell(s)
  • Restrooms & wheelchair-accessible restrooms
  • Restricted area(s)
  • Authorized smoking area(s)
  • First aid and defibrillator stations
  • Evacuation maps
  • Areas of refuge
  • Storefront awnings

Additional Signage (if applicable)

  • Lobby sign 
  • Information desk(s) 
  • Building directory
  • Parking garage(s) 

Signage From QRG

Our signage solutions ensure your message and branding are clearly conveyed. We provide a wide variety of signage options to fit your needs. From floor to ceiling and windows to walls, we have the technology and experience to provide you with all necessary print marketing pieces.

  • Full Color Digital Graphics
  • Literature Racks & Stands
  • Trade Show Displays
  • Point-of-Purchase Displays
  • Vinyl Lettering & Window Graphics
  • Commercial Site Signs
  • Banners
  • Floor Graphics
  • Tents
  • Table Covers
  • Backlight Signs
  • Large Format Images
  • Vehicle Wraps
  • Sail Signs & Flags
  • Dimensional Signage

Elevate Your Signage


QRG is a customer-driven, single-source commercial printer, branded merchandise agency, and direct marketing firm tailored to meet your business goals. Our corporate identity solutions create deep connections with a lasting impact on your audience. Learn more about how it works and check out our website for more information.

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